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Lot 198 In 1989, for its 150th Anniversary, Patek Philippe presented a series of eight watches, each conceived with respect for tradition and created in a limited series.
Several "Grande Complication" models were made, notably the celebrated Calibre 89 reflecting the firm's technical evolution. Amongst the other models made to commemorate this Anniversary, there is Les Impériales, reference 4761, the charming lady's lapel watch and The Officier, the famous reference 3960 which was manufactured in a limited edition of 2000 pieces in yellow gold, 150 pieces in white gold and 50 pieces in platinum. Finally, there is the handsome tonneau-shaped model, with its alluring Art Deco outline, reference 3969 which was made in a limited edition of 450 examples in pink gold and 50 in platinum. The model is a reproduction of the jump hour watch originally launched by Patek Philippe in the 1920s.
Several "Grande Complication" models were made, notably the celebrated Calibre 89 reflecting the firm's technical evolution. Amongst the other models made to commemorate this Anniversary, there is Les Impériales, reference 4761, the charming lady's lapel watch and The Officier, the famous reference 3960 which was manufactured in a limited edition of 2000 pieces in yellow gold, 150 pieces in white gold and 50 pieces in platinum. Finally, there is the handsome tonneau-shaped model, with its alluring Art Deco outline, reference 3969 which was made in a limited edition of 450 examples in pink gold and 50 in platinum. The model is a reproduction of the jump hour watch originally launched by Patek Philippe in the 1920s.
Patek Philippe. A fine and rare 18K gold limited edition Officier wristwatch with enamel dial, original certificate and box
SIGNED PATEK PHILIPPE, GENEVE, OFFICIER MODEL, REF. 3960, MOVEMENT NO. 768'527, MANUFACTURED IN 1989
Closed11 November 2013
Price Realised
CHF 21,250
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With Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin and Attestation both dated 8 September 1989, Republic and Canton of Geneva Certificate of Origin for the watch movement dated 1 May 1989, commemorative medal, seal, tag, original fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
The present watch has never been offered in public before and is in excellent overall condition, still retaining the protective blue plastic layer on the back and bezel.
The present watch has never been offered in public before and is in excellent overall condition, still retaining the protective blue plastic layer on the back and bezel.